Carlisle Bay
Set between tropical rainforest and powder-soft sands, Carlisle Bay brings modern chic to Antigua’s unspoilt south coast. Elegant and stylish, it boasts chic interiors and photography by international artists. It's listed among the Leading Small Hotels of the World and sister hotel to London’s award-winning One Aldwych.
Hit the beach for complimentary watersports including windsurfing, snorkelling, kayaking and sailing. There's also a PADI dive centre that offers scuba diving, waterskiing and wakeboarding (all payable locally). Back on dry land, play tennis or visit the gym with personal trainers.
Unwind with a pampering treatment at the spa or salon, or head to the yoga and Pilates pavilion. Younger guests are well looked-after with a crèche and kids' club, plus a teens' club in the summer. There's also a library, mini cinema and swimming pool, two fantastic restaurants and three bars.
Accommodation
82 suites, each with airconditioning, minibar, Gaggia espresso machine, CD/DVD player, complimentary wireless broadband internet, bath and shower, and a terrace or balcony with ocean view.
Garden suites have a split-level lounge and kingsize beds with partial views of the bay
and Ocean suites are the same with bay views.
Beach suites have a master bedroom with kingsize bed and a separate study area or a second bedroom with twin beds, balcony or terrace.
Carlisle suites with three en suite bedrooms are also available on request.
Restaurants
• Indigo on the Beach - Beachfront restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Serves light, healthy food including grills, seafood, salads and homemade bread. Beach barbecue and live entertainment one night a week. • East - Serves Japanese
Carlisle Bay
Set between tropical rainforest and powder-soft sands, Carlisle Bay brings modern chic to Antigua’s unspoilt south coast. Elegant and stylish, it boasts chic interiors and photography by international artists. It's listed among the Leading Small Hotels of the World and sister hotel to London’s award-winning One Aldwych.
Facilities
- Yoga and Pilates pavilion
Spa and Beauty
Blue Spa
- 6 treatment rooms (including a wet room and a couple's room)
- Saunas
- Plunge pools
- Hair salon
- Chill-out zone
- Yoga and Pilates pavilion
- Gym
- Juice bar
Therapies available at the spa include:
- Facials
- Body treatments
- Massages
- Manicure and pedicure
- Waxing
- Hair services
Children' Club
Crèche Activities for children aged 6 months to 3 years include: • Finger painting • Water play • Treasure hunts • Beach games Cool Kids Club Activities for children aged 4-6 include: • Art • Song and dance • Junior tennis
Swimming Pools
One freeform swimming pool.
Golf Information
There are two 18-hole courses nearby - Jolly Harbous and Cedar Valley (both extra cost).
Scuba Diving
Scuba diving courses available, managed by Azure Divers (extra cost).
Location
30 minutes drive from the airport and just 15 minutes from English Harbour.
Beach Description
White-sand beach in a stunning bay, with a backdrop of lush hills and tropical rainforest.
Carlisle Bay
Explore the surroundings
Destination introduction
Antigua holidays feature luxurious hotels, a treasure trove of the finest palm-fringed beaches and spectacular natural beauty. Renowned for the best watersports in the Caribbean, on this paradise island you can spend time windsurfing, kitesurfing and diving.
Unwind in an indulgent spa or enjoy a round of golf on a rolling green course, tuck into hearty Caribbean cuisine and sip heady rum cocktails.
Antigua holiday highlights - Visit St John's during your Antigua holiday - the island's vibrant capital city is home to a number of fine colonial buildings and a colourful market.
- Discover historical attractions include Nelson's Dockyard, where the great admiral sheltered his war-ships in the late 18th century.
- Dive among brightly coloured fish and vibrant coral, charter a yacht or see the islands from a unique bird's-eye view by helicopter.
Sports
Watch a game of cricket
Cricket is an important part of Antiguan culture, and the island has produced famous players such as Sir Vivian Richards.
Watersports
Make a splash with diving, snorkelling, fishing, kayaking, sailing and windsurfing.
Outdoor
Hike, cycle or horse-ride through your idyllic surroundings, go bird-watching for colourful species, and play tennis of golf.
Shopping
Browse shops and markets for handicrafts, clothing, local produce and art, jewellery and more.